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Out and About

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The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway is a volunteer operated heritage railway in Gloucestershire and Worcestershire offering a round trip of 28 miles. It uses part of the route of the former Great Western Railway's main line from Birmingham to Cheltenham which used to run via Stratford-upon-Avon.

 

It now operates steam and heritage diesel trains between Cheltenham Racecourse and Broadway through some of the most spectacular scenery in the Cotswolds. The line commands wonderful views of the nearby sleepy hamlets and villages, with outstanding outlooks across to the Malvern Hills and beyond.

Broadway Tower Country Park

A unique Capability Brown Folly Tower open to visitors wanting to experience great English heritage in an inspiring location. You can enjoy fascinating graphic displays on 3 floors plus panoramic views from the roof platform and more.

It's interesting finding out all the differing things the building has been used for over the years, including being home to a famous a printing press, site of a nuclear bunker and a vantage point for tracking enemy planes for the Royal Observer Corps!

Broadway Tower is one of England's outstanding viewpoints and at 1024 feet (312m) above sea level, it is the 2nd highest point on the Cotswold escarpment. Unrivalled views survey an expanse of a 62 mile radius and up to 16 Counties.

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Abbey Park, Evesham

Abbey Park has a wonderful setting with a natural terrace and excellent views from the higher levels over the adjacent river Avon.

Central to the town and originally the grounds to Evesham Abbey, the park interprets that heritage in a variety of ways. Boat trips run from the Park Quay in the Summer

The Valley Evesham, Shopping

Shopping made easy with 22 shops including Crafter's Companion, a fabulous garden centre, 3 eateries with free parking. All set in beautiful Worcestershire countryside

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